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Location
Best time
Visit on Friday or Saturday between 10 AM and 4 PM when the McLoughlin House is open for guided tours. Tours depart from the neighboring Barclay House at the top of every hour and are completely free.
Visitor tip
Plan to arrive early in the hour to catch the next tour departure, as guided tours are the best way to experience the house with knowledgeable docents and volunteers who share engaging historical stories about John McLoughlin and Hudson's Bay Company history.
Visitor tip
The grounds and exterior paths are accessible year-round, even during winter closures, making it a great option for off-season visits to enjoy the scenic property and beautiful fall foliage without crowds.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Historic House Museum
- Founded
- 1909
- Features
- McLoughlin House, Rose Farm, Holmes House tours
- Programming
- Victorian Crafts, guided tours, special events
- Membership
- Available with gift shop discount
What visitors say
This is the home of John McLoughlin, although he is currently residing in a small ivy covered lot next to the house. There was a rumor that he had died, but given that he was well known to be a powerful wizard, well versed in both…
Wonderful tour from Joe! He shared so many great stories. The performance by "Mr. McLoughlin" was very informative and engaging. Definitely worth a visit.
Hiden jewel in Oregon City. The house was closed-but walking around the property was amazing. The fall foliage was beautiful. Nice to see the community walking around taking advantage of the paths that connect the downtown area to this…
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Did You Know?
- The McLoughlin House was saved from demolition by the McLoughlin Memorial Association and moved to its present location in 1909, then added to the National Park System in 2003 as a unit of Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
- John McLoughlin served as Governor of much of the future United States northwest and western Canada for England's Hudson's Bay Company, and did not become a U.S. citizen until 1851, just one year before his death
- The site features interactive 'Mr. McLoughlin' character performances that engage visitors with historical storytelling about the house and its significance
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